Serving 207 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Kershaw Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kershaw Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kershaw Elementary School's student population of 207 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
207 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Kershaw Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kershaw Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2874 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
97%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
34%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kershaw Elementary School's ranking?
Kershaw Elementary School is ranked #2874 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Kershaw Elementary School often compared to?
Kershaw Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Kershaw Elementary School?
207 students attend Kershaw Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Kershaw Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kershaw Elementary School?
Kershaw Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kershaw Elementary School offer ?
Kershaw Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Kershaw Elementary School part of?
Kershaw Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Kershaw Elementary School located?
Kershaw Elementary School is located in the Englewood neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 14 other public schools located in Englewood.
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